Fredericksburg VA, located in Southern Virginia and home to the University of Mary Washington, is a great potential destination for renters who are looking for affordable apartments. With easy access to I-95 and only about 40 minutes from Northern Virginia, many locals in the area do not mind the commute due to the low-cost of homes in the area. Fredericksburg is also filled with rich history. This historic district draws crowds of tourists during the summer months. Since the city is situated near the Rappahannock River, it was an official port for tobacco during the 1700s. Due to its strategic point, the city also has many historic Civil War landmarks and battlefields.
The Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park, which includes several Civil War battlefields and monuments, is a popular destination for Civil War enthusiasts. Local residents of Fredericksburg also love Old Town Fredericksburg, similar to Old Town Alexandria with a huge variety of shops and restaurants perfect for a fun-day event. Fredericksburg has a 72 livability score, making the city a very livable location, and is ranked #336 in Virginia and #8,842 in the USA. The cost of living is only 15% higher than the Virginia average and 25% higher than the national average. The median household income is $51,762 and the median rent value is $1,550. The average test scores in this city is 60% higher than the national average. (Renter Statistics Source: www.livability.com and www.areavibes.com)